Leptocypris Guineensis
📖 Overview
Leptocypris Guineensis (Leptocypris guineensis), first described by Daget, 1962 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 6.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal soft rays: 16 - 19. Diagnosis: body depth 4.4-5.9x and head length 3.9-5.7x SL; eye diameter 3.0-3.8x head length; scale formula 7.5-8.5/43-46/4.5; 14 scales around caudal peduncle; 8-9 dorsal-fin branched rays; 13-16 anal-fin branched rays; sides plain or with irregular markings; back dark . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leptocypris Guineensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | neobola guinejská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Mbala-da-Guiné |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Leptocypris Guineensis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 15 records indexed .
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